A story with entrepreneurial roots that demonstrates the unique way the TE programme can support the journey from concept to creation: read Andreas and Joe’s’ blog
Entrepreneurial beginnings
Andreas’s journey into the world of TE was driven by his desire to build something meaningful from the ground up. Unlike traditional degrees, which often focus on theoretical knowledge, TE offered the opportunity to create something real. Growing up in an entrepreneurial family environment further encouraged him to join the TE course.
For Joe, the course offered a pathway to continue his entrepreneurial journey after already starting a few businesses before joining the TE course. The practical approach and potential to see his own ideas materialize were what drew him in.
Concept to creation
Joe and Andreas’s shared mentality around making ideas come to life brought them together on the TE course. As friends and business partners, they immersed themselves in brainstorming sessions and developing creative business concepts. Their ventures included market stalls at Christmas fairs and waste management ventures. Attending networking events further expanded their horizons, connecting them with local business owners and sparking the idea for their future venture, SOLVI.
SOLVI was created out of conversations with business owners. Focusing on technology for small and medium-sized industrial enterprises, they started with basic design and social media work. Today, SOLVI collaborates with some of the largest manufacturers in the UK, providing innovative marketing solutions. Both Andreas and Joe credit their “can-do” attitude, accountability, and a supportive TE environment for their journey from ideation to execution.
From learning to looking ahead
Joe emphasizes the importance of execution, a lesson he carries with him, along with the recognition that TE provided a safe space to learn and experiment.
“From TE, having that element of self-accountability and having your whole team around you to keep you accountable was really important for me.”
Andreas Philippou
One of their proudest achievements is the ability to continue SOLVI after graduating from TE without needing secondary employment and their committed determination and belief in their vision kept them moving forward.
“Reality is, last 3 years there have been massive challenges. If we were not slightly insane, we would have given up!”
Joe Stallion
Looking ahead, Joe and Andreas envision SOLVI as the leading marketing agency for manufacturers and industrial businesses in the UK. Their goal is to modernise business marketing by building a larger team that understands the changing landscape of marketing.
Find out more – solvidigital.co.uk